Acne
conglobata is one of the more severe types of acne. It is most commonly seen in
caucasian males with oily skin and can last for many years beyond adolescence.

The
main lesion is the nodule that starts as a large red, tender growth that becomes
soft over time. These lesions mainly involve the chest and back and less commonly
the face, buttocks and thighs. This type of acne can lead to severe scarring.

Acne
conglobata requires aggressive treatment
and often times accutane (isotretinoin)
is necessary to gain control.